I (32 M) will be in Manhattan, NYC for 3 days during mid May, 2026.
Need some recommendations on budget friendly stay, travel options and places to visit recommendations.

Has anyone ever tried to use their PIV card to book the GSA rate for a personal hotel stay

Best weekend trips, ideally direct flight from Riyadh?

When you travel in what states do you find consumer-friendly tobacco taxes?

For expert witnesses/lawyers

I’m a former forensic scientist that left the field several years ago. I recently received a subpoena from a case I worked and suggested to DA to have evidence re-worked by the lab or stipulation. If I am required to testify (as an expert witness), I would need to book a flight, hotel, etc. My question is this: can I ask for my requested hourly rate, travel, and hotel to be covered when speaking with DA or is that “not how this works” as the investigator put it?

I was driving in Frankfurt at slightly above the speed limit and saw a light flash from the side of the road. It was a rental car. I came back to US now. What is the best thing to do to check and fix?

Best hotel in Greenville SC?? I’m having a hard time finding any good options and want somewhere super nice for celebrating a birthday!

Is cheaper to book flights at the airport, online, or over the phone? Looking to book a flight was a 3-weeks out date

What are the perks and benefits offered at Autodesk India, Bangalore office. Do we get free food, outings, hotel stays, coupons, etc.😃

My wife got a job that requires us to relocate to San Diego. We have never lived there and know little about the city. We are planning to rent. We stayed in a hotel in little Italy and really loved the vibe there, but it’s too expensive for us. Are there other neighborhoods with similar vibes - restaurants, bars, lively, good for walking, clean, safe, young, diverse and accessible that are more affordable? Please share recommendations. How much should we reasonably budget to rent a 2bd/2bath?

Base salary for trade finance associate @ United bank of africa

Does it violate any ethical rules for federal attorneys to use services like FedRooms (specifically the leisure travel options)? My instinct is no, but I do not have a great handle on the ethical rules federal attorneys must follow.

I think by mid-June the tri-state area will be out of quarantine, though they'll have to limit interstate travel

Looking to book one night at a Marriott property in chicago to celebrate anniversary with my wife - mostly deciding between the Gwen and the Ritz. Which would you choose? (Assume price doesn’t matter)

I have an H1b which I received in 2019 and was valid till august2021, due to covid I wasn't able to travel and then I switched to another firm last year in November. If I get visa transfer, will it provide me a validity back as I haven't used any on site time on that visa.

TIA

Director of sales looking to move into a remote (WFH). The quality of life was so much better during the pandemic that I do not have an interest in going back to the way it was (current company's stance). Any ideas on suitable roles as most sales director jobs require travel?

Thank you

Lifetime SPGer who is staying at a Marriott hotel for the first time. Platinum gift is 1k Marriott points (vs 500 spg points) and the green choice is 1k points for the whole stay (vs 500 per night)...

Toronto for Thanksgiving. Best marriott/spg hotel? Things to do?

Best areas to live in if have to commute to DTLA two days a week and partner has to travel to Riverside next year? Ideally we don't want to move twice. Hoping to not have longer than 1 hr commute with traffic in either direction. Please be kind I know LA traffic is horrible- I don't need a lecture about how bad it is lol

My company is paying for one credit card. I'm leaning towards Amex Platinum given the large 100k sign up bonus at the moment (which I'll be able to hit). People lean towards CSR because of the 3x on dining but I don't eat out that much (and additional perks, but I prefer the Amex for that).

Should I grab the Amex Plat and not think twice?? Thanks!!

Meeting with a recruiter at one of the FAANG companies. I won’t be able to move jobs because of H1b /GC at least for the next year. Any idea if I should start off with that or should I just try to understand the work that they have been doing?

Hi Fishes, Is it possible to process h1b as cap exempt if I had worked on USA in h1b status for few months and if the visa is expired now, once I join a new employer.

Hi.. has anyone applied for a Police Clearance Certificate for work visa? I need some help 🙏🏼

My fixed component was 7.23LPA, but my in hand salary which was credited this month was 50,663. I feel this is way too less !! Can anyone give me a clarity on this please !!

I opt for NPS in FBP, but not able to see in salary slip, not in nps app as well. Any suggestions where I have to see? EY GDS

I have recently given interview at Microsoft.
HR provided the feedback as I am not rejected bit not fit for the role so they have put me in talent plus pool. What should I expect next and does this mean that I may get the offer ?

After joining for laterals, will client interview be there in Bosch?

Anyone have good resources (online or book) to learn about the finance function?

Have 1M sitting in cash. Would you dump it all into VTI or DCA?

Would anyone be open to hiring an American who wants to get into copy?

Who else skipped the holiday party at your office? Some of you fuckers are the last thing I wanna see after spending all day dealing with your bullshit.

This is Aditya Chickerur from Hyderabad. I am looking for a job in IT sector. Input will me much appreciated

Any ideas on the EU-US privacy framework. Does this eliminate the need for SCCs? How are you all doing data transfers?

Appraisal letter party 🥳

Beer on me, if you are nearby sector 29, gurgaon lets catchup 🍻

How’s comp and culture at Altamont?

Has anyone been to Buenos Aires? I have the opportunity to go this spring and I’m on the fence about it...

Toronto for Thanksgiving. Best marriott/spg hotel? Things to do?

Anyone have an issue with Global Entry due to govt shut down?

Iceland in Mid April
1) recommended with a 2.5 year old?
2) hotels to stay in - any good Marriott properties?
3) must do

Planning a 3-6 day stopover in Thailand enroute to India in November.
need recommendations.. if should do upto 6 days in Bangkok.. or just 3?
Is it worthwhile to split trip into Bangkok and Phuket?

I'm going to Machu Picchu next month with my brother and hiking the Inca trail. Any recommendations on what I absolutely need to bring for the hike? Anyone who hiked the Inca trail take like a battery pack or something with them for their camera?

Also, I'm considering bringing my drone even tho I know I can't take it into any of the sacred places like Machu picchu. I also have to register it with customs when I get into the country. Is it still worth taking? I can use it around Cusco and Lima

Heading to Singapore! Any recs on Marriott hotels in the best locations?

Any women doing GORUCK ?

Cancun / what to visit .. flight recos n must see places

For delta, Alaska and American domestic US flights - all allow a carry on and laptop bag correct?

10 days Europe - first time to Europe and first solo trip - June end. Recos please

Any recommendations in Morocco? Never been and haven’t done a ton of research so anything would be helpful!

How soon until Marriott changes up their in-room TV reel? I’ve seen the sketch with the father/daughter in tennis clothes ordering more ice probably over 100 times, need some new content

I have a 9hr connection at Heathrow. Once I check the bag in again, can I leave the airport and come back later?

Most affordable beach in Florida for 2

Fort Lauderdale

Miami

Dania

Thoughts please ?

Planning sometime in December during Christmas or is Hilton head or Myrtle beach in SC better ? I want somewhere warm

What if airbnb gives you a similar suite than the one in the picture but it is still not the same suite? And you tell airbnb but the host says its not accurate and says you are a disrespectful host?

Stopping in Philly for one night...what's the best area to stay in? Would love to be walkable to a few good brewpubs, craft beer bars or breweries, esp. those with outdoor areas/beer gardens and in an area that's less urban and more residential ideally w. historic row houses. TY!

Heading to Kansas City next week with the team. Any restaurant and/or activity recommendations?

Just got a “Sheraton Vacations” special offer to basically get 5 nights at a Florida property for $250.

I read the fine print and other than a need to be flexible in terms of when you book, it doesn’t seem like there is a catch.

Anyone familiar with this “promotion” and what the downside might be? Or are they just looking to drive revenue to their other areas (restaurants, spa, etc) with a cheap room?

Marriott Wailea or Ritz Kapalua -going in April for a week. Looking fr reviews from folks who have been recently. Booking as Marriott premier elite. Chances of getting upgrades? Service?Crowd? <CONTD>